Genealogist’s Handbook for Portuguese Research

Modeled on our other popular Genealogist’s Handbooks, this is the first essential guide to finding your ancestors from mainland Portugal, the Azores, and Madeira. We also provide information for Brazilians with Portuguese ancestry. After reading the primer on genealogical research principles and a brief history of Portuguese immigration, follow our step-by-step approach to searching first in U.S. records and then in Portuguese records. Includes real-life examples, detailed maps, key terms in English and Portuguese, and activities to reinforce your new skills. This book will give you the tools—and the confidence—to dive into researching your Portuguese family history!

Michael J. Hall, Al Viera, Lauren Wake Vasylyev, and Rhonda R. McClure

2024, 7 x 10, paper, index, 280 pp.

ISBN: 9780880824378

125-H2437